Kratom Surge: Health Alarms & Regulations
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Kratom, a Southeast Asian herbal supplement, is surging in popularity but raising serious health concerns. CDC reports show a staggering 1200% increase in poison center calls from 2015 to 2021, with over 14,000 total reports. The rise is linked to high-potency, lab-altered versions. Users, predominantly men, seek relief from pain, mood boosts, or opioid withdrawals. The FDA warns of liver damage, seizures, and addiction risks. With one in seven people using it in 2021, states are cracking down, banning it in seven places and considering stricter regulations. Poison centers serve as early warning systems as use continues to climb.
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